Texas Business Entity Search
Look up Texas LLCs and corporations here, then confirm on the official Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts search.
Search Texas companies
We search active Texas franchise-tax accounts; others are on the Comptroller site. The official search is the authoritative record.
Free franchise-tax account status search. Formation documents are on the Secretary of State’s paid SOSPortal.
The official Texas record
- Registry
- Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
- Official search
- comptroller.texas.gov
- Formation filings at the Texas Secretary of State are searched in SOSPortal, which charges a $1.00 fee per search.Source: sos.state.tx.us
Annual reports in Texas
- The Texas annual franchise tax report is due May 15 (the next business day if May 15 is a weekend or holiday).Source: comptroller.texas.gov
Choosing a name for a new Texas LLC?
See which similar names are already registered before you file.
Business name search →What USACIP adds to the state record
A USACIP company page puts the Texas registration next to federal checks such as OFAC sanctions, federal court cases and SAM.gov registration.
See what a company check includes →FAQ
How do I look up a business in Texas?
Use the official business search of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts: https://comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/franchise/account-status/search. You can also search Texas records on USACIP from this page.
Does USACIP search Texas companies?
Yes. USACIP searches Texas registry data. We search active Texas franchise-tax accounts; others are on the Comptroller site. The official Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts search remains the authoritative record.
What does the official Texas search show?
Free franchise-tax account status search. Formation documents are on the Secretary of State’s paid SOSPortal.
Do Texas companies have to file an annual report?
The Texas annual franchise tax report is due May 15 (the next business day if May 15 is a weekend or holiday).
How do I check if a business name is available in Texas?
Search the name on the official Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts site first: a name already on file there is a sign it may be taken. The state makes the final decision when you file or reserve the name.
State facts on this page were checked on the official sources linked above on October 7, 2026. USACIP is not affiliated with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
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